How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from North Bibb, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to North Bibb, AL is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24 miles (38.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and North Bibb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and North Bibb.
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Start on the route
40 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto University Boulevard
718 ft · 22 sec · University Boulevard
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Turn left onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
2802 ft · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
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Continue straight
1785 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
772 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
16.3 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mercedes Drive
1680 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
74 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Daimler Benz Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · Daimler Benz Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
45 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto State Route 5
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Route 5
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Turn left onto Eastern Valley Road
1831 ft · 43 sec · Eastern Valley Road
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Turn sharp right onto County Road 27
583 ft · 26 sec · County Road 27
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 27
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and North Bibb.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
Merge slight left
16.3 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tuscaloosa and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near North Bibb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to North Bibb?
The road trip is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Coaling is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Tuscaloosa and 15 miles from North Bibb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24 miles (38.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.98 one way or $7.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tuscaloosa and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near North Bibb.
Stop Ideas Near Coaling
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Coaling.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and North Bibb. Straight-line distance: 24.06 mi (38.72 km).
#1 Tuscaloosa
The most populous city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.
| Population | 102,819 |
| Coordinates | 33.2098400, -87.5691700 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Bibb
City in Bibb County, Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 1,013 |
| Coordinates | 33.2040100, -87.1530500 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Bibb (-87.15305, 33.20401)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.98 | $7.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.69 | $11.37 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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